the ferocious creature modeled seated on its haunches on a rockwork base, the unglazed head well articulated with bulging eyes, furrowed brows, mouth agape pulled back in a grimace, and flanked by large fan-shaped ears, spiky flames and a tall pointed horn, the body with a broad muscular chest above rigid forelegs, each set with a multi-pronged wing, glazed in wide swathes of amber and cream, the chest, wings and base dappled in amber, green and pale-yellow

Collection of Mrs. Bertha Palmer Thorne (1911-1974) and Mrs. Pauline Palmer Wood (1917-1984).
Gifted to the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, in 1970 (acc. no. 1970.1070).

There are restored breaks to extremities including horn, flame finials, ears, wings and wing tips and possible breaks to the body. There is wear overall and restoration of lost glaze.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.